Sarah quietly slipped out, closing the door behind her.

"Eli…" Samuel said. He stood up and walked toward her.

Ignoring him, Eliana walked past him to her desk and started reviewing her textbook. Samuel stood behind her, bending down close. His voice was soft and persuasive. "I haven't seen you for days, Eli. Don't you miss me?" he asked.

Eliana leaned away from his touch and said, her attitude cold, "Just leave, Samuel. My friends are coming ...